Selected Handgun Detail

Manufacturer
	Excel Industries, Inc. More Info

About the Gun

Compact stainless steel pistol improves on the original AT-380. Being slightly larger and heavier, the extended grip provides for an additional round and better handling. European-style magazine release at the grip’s base. Exposed hammer for manual cocking.

Production

Production of this firearm began in 1992 and continued until around 2006.

Market value

MSRP during production was around $300. The current used market value is around $150–$200 for functional units.

Cartridge Specifications
Cartridge:	.380 Automatic
Alias:	9mm Browning Short
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Analysis

The Accu-Tek HC-380 received limited but consistent user feedback in 2010-era forum threads and scattered reviews. Reports frequently noted reliability issues, particularly feeding and jamming problems attributed to magazine alignment, off-center feed ramps, or stiff operation requiring adjustments (such as tweaking feed lips or using specific ammo). Some accounts described parts failures like dislodged trigger guards after limited use, with owners noting persistent malfunctions leading to disposal or dealer rejections. A minority of reports mentioned satisfactory function after modifications or with certain loads, praising capacity, stainless build, and accuracy potential when reliable, but overall consensus highlighted inconsistent quality control and operational challenges in the budget concealed carry category.